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How to confirm if a patient needs angioplasty or not? My father had an heart attack 2 weeks before. After that we admitted him in an hospital. they gave the initial treatment. After we went for angiogram. But the doctor didn't give the proper analysis report now we are in confussion weather my father have to get angio...
Hello dear thanks for posting your query here.As your father had a heart attack 2 weeks back, so now if your father still gets angina and if the blockage of vessels is >50% in left main and >70% in the other vessels, then he definitely needs revascularization that can be either angioplasty or bypass operation depending...
What is the dosage of Tizanidine? My husband was prescribed tizanidine hcl 4mg as a muscle relaxant to be taken 1 per day prior to going to bed. His pain was extremely bad today so he took one about 7 hours ago. It really helped. It s bedtime now...can he take another one safely now?
Hello, You can safely take a single tablet of tizanidine safely. It won’t cause many problems. If the pain is severe, you can consider other analgesics like tramadol or diclofenac for pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family P...
Q. How long will Benzodiazepine be detectable through urinalysis? Hi doctor, How long will a Benzodiazepine that is Valium and Nitrazepam remain detectable through urinalysis? The drug has not been used so long, may be of seven to eight days. What is the best method of detoxification?
Hi. 1. Taper off the Valium (Diazepam) and Nitrazepam by 10% every four to seven days. 2. In case of higher dose, reduce the dose by 10% per week. Revert back in a month's time to an internal medicine physician online.--->
Why does a child sweat excessively in bed at night? My two year old is sweating so much in bed her hair is like she has just got out of the bath. Her back is covered in droplets. She feels cool to touch though. She was like it for a couple of nights two weeks ago and has had a cough/cold for a fortnight today. She has...
hi, sweating at night can occur in thyroid dysfunction. Kindly get thyroid profile of child. Review with reports. Take care.
What could hard lumps inside nostril suggest? I have a hard lump on the left side of my nose x a few weeks that is starting to seem to change the flow of air in that nostril. It isn t moveable,but feels as hard as bone,not cyst. I am 47 yr old female ,no facial surgery. Cannot see anything looking up the nostril
Hi,From history it seems that you might be having Deviated Nasal Septum and so protruding septum on one side might give bony feeling and seeing you looks like a bone.Consult ENT surgeon and get examined.Ok and take care.
What can I do about my leaking breasts? my daughter in law has a 3 year old and stopped breast feeding him at 6 months. she says her breast have been leaking ever since. she has used an iud a few months after he was born and there is thyroid problems in her family. should i encourage her to seek medical attention?
Dear user,It is indeed surprising that her breasts are still leaking. Is she sure she is not again pregnant, since pregnancy can be associated with leaking of the breasts afresh, especially from the fifth month onwards. What kind of thyroid problems are there? Because both when the thyroid is high, or when it is low, t...
What causes sensitivity in lower left side of mouth? July 12th I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth taken out...Then This past Monday I had to go back to the dentist cause of cold sensitivty on lower left side...He said it was due to a cavity which he filled...But the sensitivity is still there and the pain is getting worse...
Hi! Welcome to Healthcaremagic.I read your query. You didnt mention if you have sensitivity in one tooth only or entire arch. Also if it is sensitivity to hot or cold?If your dentist told its due to filled cavity and its getting worse, I suggest you to go to your dentist again and have a check up and x-ray done.If requ...
Is there any allergic reaction of excedrin ? i took excedrin last night before going to bed i awoke his morninig both my eyes are swoolen and i have some bumps on my skin -does it contain any ingredients that are in pencillin
hi , welcome to HCM, YOU SEEMS TO BE ALLERGIC TO THIS MEDICINE so keep a record of this medicine & dont have this again ever. consult your doctor & get the substitute of it... take care...
Suggest treatment for having herniated disc I have a herniated disc at c5c6 encroching the thecal sac and a herniated disc at c6c7 encroaching the nerve root. Along with the typical arm pain and numbness I am now having trouble swallowing with throat pain and a headache that feels like someone is holding both sides of...
Hello, Your symptoms are not related to the bulging disc in the cervical vertebral column. For this reason, I recommend performing a brain MRI in order to investigate for other possible causes. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
Suggest treatment for swollen and painful elbow I banged my elbow at work it swelled up and was really swishy after a week I went to a and e and they told me just to rest it! A day later it was more painful more red and bigger so I went back they gave me antibiotics, 500mg of fulxicilian 4 times a day. I ve finished m...
HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern. It was probably injury followed by infection which was controlled by antibiotics. Now pain is very less, now it needs mobilisation excercises to reduce swelling and gain movemenI. You can visit your doctor preferably Orthopedician. ...
How can recurrent staph infection be treated? Hi, I’ve been getting extremely painful boils for the past 2 or 3 years now and they were always diagnosed as a staph infection. I was on multiple antibiotics but none of them seemed to work so my doctors tested me for mrsa but the tests came back negative. None of the ant...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Recurrent staph infection are no very uncommon, this is because there is a hidden source like if it colonizes the nose. This can be treated with a prolonged course of antibiotics ( up to 6 weeks ) to eradicate the source. I w...
Can joan nerve surgery cause sudden increase in BP? I just tested my blood pressure at the grocery store and it was 142the over 69. I am very physically fit working out 6the days a week and doing intensive cardiovascular an hour a day 5 days a week. I have issues in my wrists due to a burn injury and am going in for j...
Hey,BP of 142/69 mm Hg is slightly high, but a single reading of high bp is not that important. You can get hgh bp during exercise, anxiety or exertion. Inaccurate sized cuff also causes inaccuracy in bp measurement. Small sized cuff overestimates the bp (like in your case) & large sized cuff underestimates the bp. So ...
Can a psychiatrist help my mother understand my sexual orientation ? I am 100% sure that I will commit suicide over my mother s foolish ridiculous wrong imagination that one gets pleasure out of getting stuck behind other men.she thinks that what had been published by lady journalists that homosexuality leads to sodom...
Hi, Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum. Get your Mother examined by a Psychiatrist for a complete Psychiatric Evaluation to prevent future complications in your life. Good Luck and Take care.
Q. I have toothache even after applying fluoride varnish? Why does this happen? Hi doctor, I had gone to a dentist. He applied fluoride varnish paste on my teeth saying that the cavities are very small. But my teeth are still paining. What to do?
Hello. Dental varnish contains fluoride which is anticarious and hence prevents the progression of tooth decay. Pit caries are very minute and very minimal cavities that are superficially present on the teeth. Pit caries does not require fillings because to do the filling, a little bit of normal tooth structure has to ...
What are the chances of pregnancy after taking the tablets? I am levlen ed. had sex three or two days before missed beige tablet (14hours late) and when missed had five days left of beige tablets. I am confuse as to if I continue as normal or if I miss the white inactive tablets and start the new pack? And what the ch...
Hello,I have gone through your query and understood the concern. Please do not stress. If you made up for the missed tablet, you are safe in this period. Also, you were close to the end of the cycle when the incident occurred and hence, even if there was a chance ovulation, you are in the safe period. There is no need ...
Had lathroscopic hysterectomy. Total hysterectomy with rectocele correction near rectum. Soreness in abdomen. On Advil. Suggestions? Just home from robotic lathroscopic hysterectomy. Total hysterectomy with rectocele correction and removal of skin tag near rectum. Experiencing a lot of soreness yet in the abdomen, Ve...
Hi, you had robotic laproscopic total hysterectomy. There will be so many complicated stitches and contractions, you may have all these for nearly 10 days, if it exceeds you consult your surgeon for follow up. It may also be due to anxiety and tension. i to my patient with such symptoms as usual...
Why the stool smell like petrol? My grandson is 3 years old and beginning yesterday afternoon his bowel movements smell like a petroleum based product. His bowel movement this morning was the sane. The consistency is pasty. He has no health issues, intact very healthy. Could this b a little bug going around or is it s...
Hello,Based on the information you have provided, it sounds like it could be from his diet. The main thing you want to monitor is the color of his stool. You said he is not constipated or having diarrhea so that is good. If the odor becomes foul smelling or if the color becomes white, gray, black or contains blood, tha...
Is it safe to ride a roller coaster after i had a stroke? HI I HAD A STROKE 2 YEARS AGO, I AM COMPLETELY RECOVERED, I DO NOT HAVE ANY DIZZINESS, NOR DO I HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, IS IT SAFE TO RIDE A ROLLER COASTER WITH MY DAUGHTER AT THIS POINT? BEFORE THE STROKE I RODE THEM ALL THE TIME WITH NO PROBLEMS.
Hi,What was the reason for stroke, whether you were evaluated with tests like carotid artery dappler or MRI CAROTID angio to evaluate status of your neck and brain vessels. If normal then get an echo done to rule out ASD or patent foramen ovale witch may cause crossing of leg thrombus from rt heart to left heart. If ev...
Need medication for vater syndrome My son was born with vater syndrome,he is now 16 months old and I have some concerns about his oesophagus. He had an operation to close a fistula and rejoin his oesophagus and he has recently been sick.My question is: What would be his symptoms if he had food stuck in the join,would ...
greetings,mostly on sudden obstruction you will feel that child will cough out or might choke.it will be wise for you to show to the surgeon who has operated your child.thanks and regards.
What causes high levels of ALT and AST? Hi my ALT and AST levels are quite high. As of Jan 20th 2015 my AST WAS 423 and my ALT was 164. LDH: 935.Last November 2014 I had a AST level of 21 and a ALT of 37. What could be the cause of this drastic change in levels. I did drink some cocktails(capt coke) the night before m...
Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have high level of liver enzymes. AST and ALT levels are high in liver damage. It may be due to viral hepatitis, alcohol, drugs or toxins. You should go for complete liver function test. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take ...
What are the uses and side effects of Ovomax 2000 injection? I am 5 week pregnant and just consulted a doctor.she took a scan and confirmed early pregnancy.She has given the following medicines like Ecosprin 75,Miprogen 200,Duphaston 10 Mg and Ovomax 2000 iNJECTION Twice a week.We are not sure if the last mentioend in...
Ovomax is usually given in recurrent miscarriage to support early pregnancy and in some cases of pregnancy after IVF with the sae intention. The side effects ar usually mild but sometimes it can cause ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) causing bloating, fluid accumulation in ovaries/ abdomen/ legs/ lungs and can ...
Suggest remedy for lump in stomach So about 4 months ago i notice that i have had a little lump in my stomach it was small that i barley even notice it. But motnhs went by and it starting growing and now it feels like the size of a marble or smaller. I was wondering what it could be becuase today i squeezed it and it ...
HiIt looks like Infected Sebaceous cyst. There is no medical treatment. Please consult your Surgeon and get it removed surgically. Nothing to worry. Regards
Severe stomach pain in rib cage, light headed, dizziness. Due to gall bladder? i have sever stomach pain. the pain is right where my rib cage comes together its like someone is stabbing me with a knife and going right upwards. i am feeling light headed and dizzy i am extremely weak. i can t stand up straight. iv been ...
Hi Your description is not clear - is it on the right side under the ribs? or 'right under' the rib?... Most pains abdomen start in the middle line and shift subsequently Under the rib cage and right side . going back to shoulder or shoulder blade - may be gall bladder If it is in the pit of stomach - 'rib cage comes t...
Is there an issue with my blood pressure level while experiencing a black out? I had a black out yesterday I thought it my be my blood pressure and have checked it several time In have High blood pressure and take medication for it now I have checked it several times and it is reading average SYS 101 DIA55 and PUL 84 ...
Hello, Your blood pressure is slightly on the lower side. Drink plenty of water and include salted feeds. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
How can i get rid from pylori and what is the proper diet plan for daily life ? im a patient of h pylori since 5 years but i knw dis now by taking my blood test report dat im having h pylori germ in my stomach having a value of IgG 28.37 U/ml &IgM 1.09 now my question is dis how can i protect my self frm dis desease a...
Ok dear as u have a diagnosed case of H.Pylori disease so we will start H.pylori eradication therapy. So all you have to do is start having medications and once it is settled then you can prevent this disease by following simple preventive measures. Medications: 1-Tab Clarithromycin 500mg twice daily 2-Tab Amoxiciline ...
Does overdose of Bactrim Ds cause any problem? I am on bactrim DS( generic) and took 5 pills on the second day by mistake. I was supposed to take it for 10 days. I don,t have enough now. 3 short. Did taking 5 in 1 day interrupt the cure. The swollen lymph node is still bothering me. It is in the left chest/armpit area...
Thanks for contacting HCMI am sorry to hear that you over took the number of antibiotics. This will not cause any side effects but the course is now shortened by 2 days. If you are still having symptoms at the end of your therapy then I recommend you call your doctor for an extension of the antibiotic. Hope this answe...
What can cause elevated ALT and AST levels? Why does my ALT & AST keep going up I have lung cancer but its been shrinking. I have been doing well, my numbers have been up since I ve had the last 3 months of this amuno therapy they drop a little and yet they can t keep it down in order to give me a new med, so they put...
Hello, Liver enzymes may be raised because of various causes. In your case, some may be more possible but in every case it requires evaluation of the cause. Most common causes of such liver derangement's are Alcohol, Viral hepatitis, Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, Drugs. Gamma GT is most commonly raised due to alco...
What causes pain while swallowing food and spitting of mucus? Now and again i start to eat a meal and when i swallow the food i can feel the movement all the way down and it is is painful. Then i spit up large volumes of mucus / spit. Then i am sick. After that i am perfect and return to me me and no problem??
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Since your all symptoms are associated with food intake, possibility of either gastric ulcer or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. So better to consult gastroenterologist and get done upper GI (gastrointestinal) sco...
What does hypo-echoic lesion with calcification suggest? Hi! my father age 64 yrs has undergone sonography of neck and report says ill defined hypoechoic lesion measuring 7*7 mm with calcifcation and minmal vasculartiy adjacent the left submandibular gland with clear demarcation not made out. no cervical lymphadenopat...
Hi, They are suggestive of old healed tubercular lymphadenitis after initial caseous necrosis at the centre of lymph nodes, which over time gets calcified. They show as hypo-echoic lesion with central calcification. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rohan Shanker ...
Lower back injury, pain from lifting a box carelessly. On naproxen. Treatment? Hi Doc, I had lower back injury ten years ago the was treated in XXXX. last year the pain came as a result of lifting a box carelessly. the pain was so sevear that i was given Tab/Cap naproxen and daixepam. the pain vanished. About a week a...
Hi there,Thanks for writing in.I would suggest you apply a pain relief gel like volini gel/ diclofenac gel on the affected back region. 15 minutes later apply hot fomentation to the affected back region. If this doesn't help, you could take a naproxen tab after food.In the meantime, do not lift heavy objects. Once the ...
What causes delayed milestones in an infant? hi my baby girl is 7 months old and has been detected with delayed milestones (GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY) at about 5 months.all tests related to metabolism, neurology and genetics are normal and doctors have no reson for GDD. with occupational therapy she has now attained ...
HI, thanks for writing to Healthcare Magic.I understand your baby had GDD, and on occupational therapy, showing mild improvement. GDD is related to brain also, with that I mean " yes her brain development is being impacted thats how we call her global developmental delay--- that is delay in all development section Gros...
What causes difficulties in breathing and tight chest? Hi... I have had difficulties taking deep breaths for the past 3 days. My chest is very tight and on the right side of my chest there is a knot. Also I keep wanting to yawn but can't. Omplete the yawn. I don't feel any anxiety or anything so I don't think that ...
HelloTightness in chest and difficult breathing need immediate medical attention.You need proper clinical examination and few investigations.Investigations include routine hemogram,random blood sugar,liver function test,lipid profile,renal function test,chest X-ray (PA view),ECG,ECHO,TMT,upper GI endoscopy.Further inve...
Vomiting after getting stung. Redness, swelling, soreness. Cause of vomiting? I am 28 wks pregnant, and I was stung by a wasp about 13-14 hours ago, and just threw up about 45 min to an hour go. I was wanting to make sure that I was ok. After vomiting my stomach felt better, and I now feel fine. I haven t had any othe...
it was an allergic reaction to the sting and it can cause nausea and vomiting .although certain foods can cause allergy ,but u have not mentioned what u ate
What causes loss of memory after a paralysis attack? Hello sir, My father had a paralysis attack 1 and half year ago. At that time his whole half(left) part of his body were frozed but in just 24 hours he recovered him self in hospital. Right now he has just a lil effect in his left leg while she walking but it just o...
Some people experience numerous complications following a stroke, while others experience few. The time between when the stroke occured and when emergency treatment is given greatly impacts the amount of damage done, as well as the number of complications that follow.Complications following a stroke depend not only on ...
What is the lump below my belly button? On my stomach below my belly button but to the side slightly I have a lump that is angry looking but doesn t hurt or itch for a week now it s very reddish purple the size of a quarter. It burst tonight and blood came out followed by a smidgen of red pus. Help!
Hi, dearYou may have some paraumbilical hernia. Or you may have some tumour pathology with secondary infection. You should go for examination. If it is hernia then plan for surgery. If it is not hernia then ho for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy. Then take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your q...
What causes severe pain and swelling in my leg and ankle? For the past year or so I have experienced sever swelling in my left leg and ankle only. I went to a local ER and had a Doppler which was insignificant and found no cots etc. another couple of months pass and it happens again so I went to my orthopedic dr becau...
dear Sir/Mam,as i am styding you case I understand that the swelling is the main issue, you dont need to be concdrned if the sweeling is only around the knee but if the sweeling is all over your leg knee and tibia you should go to the emergency and they should exclude a deep vain thrombosis. As for the athrosis the alt...
Q. Protection broke during insertion and I pulled out. Can STDs be passed in this period? Hello doctor, I had protected intercourse with a CSW, but the protection broke at the tip during insertion and I immediately pulled out. Enough space was left at the tip for semen to collect and I do not know whether the tip of m...
Hi. Even a minute touch of an infected vagina can spread STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). As partner status is unknown and has high-risk factors, it is better to use prophylactic treatment. Secondly, pain in armpit has almost no relation to STD. It is probably myalgia and it may be exaggerated by stress and fear. ...
What could cause panic attacks with thyroid levels and blood tests showing normal report? I had my thyroid test in 2011 my tsh was 13.pmo/l normal t4 2yrs later had it done again this time tsh 14.23 normal t4 feel ok ido have panic attacks for well over20 yrs poor diet only drink full fat milk never been on meds all ...
HelloThyroid disorders can be seen frequenlty with anxiety and panic disorders but it is not mandatory.Many times in clinical practice we see that psychiatric disorders are accomapnied by all normal blood test reports. So, normal thyroid and other blood tests are not against any kind of psychiatric diagnosis.Treatment ...
What causes stiffness in the back after a fall? I fell off a ladder as it turned and came loose from where it rested on a pole. My fall was broken by my back hitting up against a large container. I landed on my buttocks and my left butt check is tender to touch. I have a large scrape down my right backside and can har...
HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, applying of ice is best, if inflammation is there then it can be managed with Tab Ibuprofen 400 mg three times in day, it may cause the formation of clot beneath the skin, if this is so then it may takes little more days to come around, here the great care needs to be...
What causes swelling and bumps in mouth after sex? My mouth feels swollen after sucking my boyfriend's dick last night, it was my first time with him. There's a tiny little round spot on my bottom lip that is not a bump but just tiny round and red. I also feel like my mouth is a tad numb or something or maybe it is a ...
Hello there!Most probably your BF may have genital herpes, which he transmitted to you while having oral sexual intercourse... Drinking vodka also lowers your immune system which can in addition worsen the problem. His Herpes type, if he is having, should be II , so be very careful with him and do sex only with condo...
What causes sharp menstrual like cramps and nausea during pregnancy? I'm about 22 weeks pregnant, I haven't been sick but tonight I started to have cramps like a period and sharp pains that come and go on each side of my lower abdomen. I also feel nauseous and like I have diarrhea but I can't get nothing out for eithe...
Hi I think you should visit your doctor as the cramps like pain is not a normal thing.Grt yourself examined. Your doctor will tell you if there is any problem or not. Sometimes gastritis can present like his. But better to confirm by a gynecologist.
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean? Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear?
Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online -->
What causes painful motions in a child? Hai My daughter her age is 4years from last one year she is not having smooth motion, whenever she goes for motion she cry s a lot & even we had went to big hospitals they had done some tests & they are saying everything is fine only she thing is she has to take high fibre, Even...
Hi,It seems that she might be having chronic constipation.This can be due to her diet style.Avoid spicy, fried and junk food causing acidic pH producing burning pain while passing stool.Continue giving high fiber diet,More green vegetables, fresh fruits and juices.Give her plenty of water.If she is taking some iron med...
How to interpret liver test report? Hi iam agha rameez.my friends told me that my skin appearance is yellowish color so I checked out my liver test so please tell me im a patient of jaundice or not. Report are given below. Total biliurbin .3mg\dl (0.1-1) S.direct bilirubin .1 mg \dl ...
Assalamo alaikum.Thank you for posting query at HCM.jaundice and elevated liver enzymes presentation.yellow color of eyes (sclera) (and yellow skin) indicates high bilirubin levels in blood termed as "Jaundice". Jaundice can be due to hemolytic anemia, hepatitis OR gall bladder pathology.alcoholism and viral hepatitis ...
What causes difficulty in swallowing and burping in a child? my daughter is 9 and is having a hard time swallowing and is burping alot not eating much and her dr told me it appears she may be developing intolerance for lactose but really hasn t done any blood work to ensure its not a bacteria what could possibly causi...
Hello, You should get the stool examination for the exclusion of bacteria pathology. Usually, lactose intolerance is diagnosed by history. As a trial, you should avoid dairy products for your child and her symptoms will start improving from the second day itself. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can as...
Can taking Bromergon help me to conceive ? can bromergon make me fertile
Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic Bromergon is bromocriptine ,a drug used in cases of hyperprolactinemia. If your infertility is due to high prolactin ( hyperprolactinemia ) this drug will definitely help. Take care.
Suggest remedy to overcome suicidal thoughts dr, i feel like to put and end to this life, i have nobody to share my feelings. in a way i can t open up to any one. i am a married woman and have a 2 year old daughter too. i had an affair before my marriage and continued after the marriage too, he is the father of my dau...
Hello and thanks for writing in.I understand that you are going through a very distressing time. From the description of your symptoms, it appears that you are going through asevere depression. This may be causing you the negative and suicidal thoughts that you are eexperiencing.Since you are feeling very suicidal, I w...
Back pain, cannot concentrate. How to relieve pain? Have high blood pressure Hi Doc, I m having a serious back pain that cannot allow me to concentrate on my studies or office work. I suspect the problem has been compounded by the fact that in the past few months, i have spent alot of time typing reports and assignmen...
My dear friend you must understand that human evolved from quadrapeds. Unfortunately in this evolution to bipedal gait no extra strength to spine came. As a consequence human spine starts degenerating from an early age of 20. You must sit with spine supported and strictly avoid bending forward. Weight reduction if yo...
Will hsg and hcg injection help in conceiving? I m ttc since year but no luck. Had harmones nd ultrasound done all fym Was on follic since lst cycle ha siphene 50 mg Had ovulation scan on 7 day Bt no positive result after 2 days nxt scan Doc advised hsg or hcg injection Can i hv details about this injection nd cost id...
Hi.hCG is normally produced in the body and is also locally called pregnancy supporting medication, it is also naturally produced in yhe female body once conception has taken place and plays a vital role in sustenance of pregnancy.This is perfectly normal and has no side effects what so ever, so you need not worry abou...
What causes hair loss? i am 25yrs old female, 5'4, 58kg. From my childhood itself i have thick hair but now i have more hair loss from the left side of the scalp and i find less hair regrowth, hence losing the hair thickness and from the age of 20 i started having excessive facial hair growth and as the yrs pass by i...
Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I appreciate your concern regarding hair fall. Hair fall is usually ascribed to multiple factors like diet and nutrition, hormones, stress, acute or chronic medical conditions,drugs,cosmetic products etc.From your description, it seems you might be having early stage of female pattern...
Can chemo pills be taken during cough and chest tightness? My wife has a brain tumor which was operated on last October, followed by 6 weeks of chemo and radiation. Then for the last 7 months she is taking Temodar pills 5 days a month. She is to start this next regimen tonight but has a bad cough and her chest is tigh...
Thanks for your question on HCM.Yes she can definitely take chemo pills.But we need to rule out chest infection first because chemotherapy makes person immunosuppressive and more prone to infection. So chest infection must be rule out first.So get done chest x ray first. If this is normal than no need to worry for lun...
How to ascertain the existence of hepatitis? hi m from pakistan. my age is 21 years n m female n height is 5 feet 3 inches. my blood group is A+. i have no medical issue but one year before i donate blood n in reports it is mention that i have HB core antibody reactive and its rate is 8.91 while the cutoff value is 1....
Hello. As a hepatologist I will answer better for your concern about HBc Ab wich if IgM is a sign of that you're passing an infection, if IgG of passed infection or vaccine. HBs Ab is to be done and if positive than you are even defended against virus B of Hepatitis. Are your transaminases normal is my question? Ask me...
What does this cervical scan report indicate? What is the meaning of a medical report about my cervical neck pain: written as at c6/7, quite severe posterolateral marginal osteophytosis leads to severe narrowing of bilateral neural formina, encroaching bilateral exiting nerve roots. br>What does it mean >
HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here the report given here of cervical imaging is suggestive of degenerative disease of cervical disc although several degenerative changes are there this is one of them in here the nerve root being compressed due to the some extra g...
What causes swelling on knees? I noticed one day in the shower that both of my knees were swollen, they feel fatty and not hard, my left knee is more swollen than the right. They look like elephantiasis. They are swollen above th knee cap, with indentations at the knee cap. I also recently noticed that my tongue is wh...
Dear patient What is your age ? If you are past middle age possibility can be 1. Supra patellar effusion due to osteoarthritis 2. Synovitis related to inflammatory arthritis. This needs to be investigated with Xray of both knees anteroposterior ( standing ) and lateral views to assess osteoarthritis 2. Ultrasound...
Suggest medication for diarrhea and nausea Hi, My 9 months old son has been has had sickness & diahrea since Wednesday, he keeps bringing up everything that he eats/drinks. He's been drinking water but i'm now worried that he is becoming dehydrated. Is there anything I can buy for him to take?
Hi, you need to start the ORS solution to prevent dehydration in child. Also, an examination by doctor should be done to assess dehydration. Take care.
What does swollen bicep tendons indicate despite taking Melixicam medication? I had anthroscopic distal resection surgery back in may my doctor prescribed melixicam for the swelling because my bicep tendons were swollen I have been take ng the medication for three weeks now and my arm is still swollen what do you thin...
Hi, Consult an orthopedics and get evaluated. An MRI scan is required to rule out possible tendon or ligament involvement. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Have radiating stomach pain, dizziness and nausea Hello im having some radiating stomach pains around my belly button. It usually happens every once in a while these past couple days but hurts a lot when I stand up or make a sudden movement and i ve also been feeling a little dizzy and some nausea is there as well.
HI. This is mostly due t an inflammed organ , may be gall bladder / liver or so. This can be diagnosed by ultrasonography. You need to take antibiotic course, Blood tests - liver function tests also) , rest , sonography and further management accordingly .
Suggest treatment for kidney infection I have a kidney infection and got put on a ten day course of medication to treat it. I have been on it for about one week now and I am still having pain in my back. I am not having any pain or troubles urinating, but the pain in my back is awful. Is this normal and will it go ...
It should go away after the completion of the antibiotic course,if not done Please get your Urine culture done
What causes protein in urine and bleeding during pregnancy? Hello I am currently 35 and a half weeks pregnant and 4 weeks ago I had a routine urine test done that came back with a trace of protein in the urine. My midwife had the test sent off to check it however it came back as nothing. I then went to the midwife aga...
Hallow Dear,I indeed empathize your situation and sufferings. Urinary colic, particularly kidney pain is excruciating and very difficult to tolerate. Since, now you are under investigations, your doctors do not want to start any treatment till the diagnosis of urinary infection is confirmed. Then, may be your urine wil...
What causes childlike behavior in an adult? My father is 66yrs old. Recently he was being hospitalized due to ill health. From then his behavior is becoming different. Sometimes he behaves like a child, doesnt eat, speak etc. majorly he remain sleeping or laying on bed. He never shows interest to sit, watch tv, going ...
Hi dear,Childish like behavior in this age is may be due to atrophy changes in brain.so first of all do MRI of brain if possible.how's your father's memory?in past any psychiatric illness?any medical illness going on like hypertension diabetes etc?any accident history?Consult psychiatrist or neurologist.Thank you
Suggest treatment for sciatic nerve pain Hello,I ve Had Chronic Lower Back Pain Due To RupturedL5/S1 In Oct,2000,Found Central Canal Stenosis Oct,2006.For About The Past 4-5Years I ve Been Having Weird Pain;Pinching&Zapping-Almost Like Sciatic Nerve Pain.But It Would Be Gone,As Quickly As It Came On,Didn t Happen That...
Welcome to health care magic. 1.The possibilities of your back pain radiating is due to the spinal canal stenosis and nerve rood compression.2.In this case you need to have a balanced diet with exercises - especially back exercises that will help to get relief from the nerve compressions.3.Increasing in winters is due ...
Testicle pain and back pain after back injury. Caused by disc? I HAD BACK SURGERY JULY 12TH EVERYTHING WENT WELL THEN I STARTED THERAPY 4 WKS AGO. THE THERAPIST STARTED THE WEIGHTS AT 60 POUNDS FOR LEGG LIFTS HAD SEVER BUR IN AREA OF SURGERY AFTER THAT. SINCE THEN I HAVE HADE SEVER PAIN IN MY TESTICALS AND ABOVE MY PE...
You consult your doctor immediately and get examined and investigated. Your problem may have many possibilties eg a disc at new level etc.
Suggest remedy for lethargy and severe breathing problem my mother aged 67 was a patient of htn,hypertropy,ichkimic heart desease suffering severe breathing problem once in 2012&2013 in winter and was admitted in n.home under a cardiologist who is closed to our family.She is undergoing regular check up every 4months g...
The treatment she is on is optimum from a cardiologist point of view and she should continue with the same. Always the dosage will require changes depending on the report s and patient s clinical condition, so do visit your cardiologist regularly. If you can send the latest reports, I can help in titration. Howeve...
Is taking olmezest recommended while having arthritis and any side effects? I am 49 and my blood pressure is 150/110. My doctor has advised me to take olmezest 20. I am taking the same once a day after breakfast. My question is since i am suffering from arthritis, is it advisable to continue with the same medicine and...
Hi,It may be taken safely while suffering from arthritis. However, avoid using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for the pain and swelling associated with arthritis as these drugs may decrease the blood pressure lowering effects of Olmezest. Further, Olmezest is not known to affect the sperm count.Take car...
How to confirm testicular cancer? Right, i was watching a programme a while ago about testicular cancer and it started to get me worried. I do usually check for any changes but recently i have been checking a lot. I discovered a tiny, spot/pimple like bump near the bottom of the right testicle(not big at all). It seem...
Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should not worry at all for testicular cancer.As the thing you are feeling (pimple like) is normal part of testis. It is entry point of spermatic cord in the testis. So it is slightly protruding and gives feeling of small lump on testis.You can also get done ultrasound...
Q. Is there any siddha medicine for low sperm count with hydrocele and calcification in testes? Hello doctor, I am a 29-year-old male. I have a low sperm count problem and also found tiny calcifications in both testes, bilateral minimal hydrocele. I am married two and a half years before and trying to conceive from th...
Hello. I have seen your reports. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The tiny calcification and minimal hydrocele will not interfere with your fertility. Usually, both arise as a result of local trauma or local infection. I do not know how long the swelling in scrotum (hydrocele) is there? What you are t...
How to confirm thyroid cancer? I undergo fnac ,It shows good cellurlarity showing many groups, clusters and sheets of follicular cells most of which show degenerative cytoplasm and small round to oval nuclei. Many scattred bare nuclei are seen. Many hemosiderin laen macrophages are seen. Few scattered hurthle cells ar...
Hi,Thanks for writing in.The above findings of thyroid FNAC show that there are small groups of cells which are scattered with scanty cytoplasm. There is good cellularity and no observation of irregular cells or mitotic activity. Mitotic activity is cell division and when there is any cancer the cells divide rapidly an...
What causes severe pain during urination when suffering from cancer? My friend suffering with stage 4 brain cancer, it is also in her lung, bone of her arm and on her back. She is experiencing great pain in her stomach. It is hard and bloated and it hurts to pee. she claims it does not burn but she cries her eyes out ...
Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She may have some metastatic cancer in her urogenital region. That causing this pain. She already has metastatic cancer. It vomes under stage 4. So surgery is not possible. Only palliative treatment and chemotherapy should be given. For urin...
What causes right abdominal pain with diarrhoea? I have had right abdominal pain for the past 5 days. I went to the ER on Monday, and after spending 6 and a half hours getting blood drawn/having a CT Scan, they told me that they did not find anything wrong with me. The pain is especially bad when I breath in deeply or...
Hi,From history it seems that as all reports are normal and h/o bad diarrhea, there might be having Gastro-intestinal infection giving this problem.Go for one Ofloxacilin, tinidazole combination medicine course for 3 days.Meanwhile take antispasmodic medicine like Meftal spas or Cyclopam for abdominal pain as and when ...
Is there chance to conceive if touched a penis and touched the vagina ? what if you touched your Bf s penis and he had a pre-cum.. then afterwards you peed and touched your part down there to wash it.. could you get pregnant?
Hello. Thanks for choosing HealthcareMagic forum. You are not likely to get pregnant. You need not be so panicky.For pregnancy to happen your boy friend must penetrate inside you and has to leave the sperms directly inside the vagina and that too preferably deep inside you. Do not worry now. Dr. Rakhi Tayal drrakhitaya...
How to stop pain and sensitivity around navel when pressed? Hi. I have had some pain or sensitivity around my navel area for 2-3 days now. It seems to hurt, when I press in that area or lay on my stomach. I have had bowel movements but not everyday. I m not sure what it is. Any ideas or solutions on how to make it sto...
Hi. There is a possibility of an infection in the naval area or the intestines beneath.You may need to take a course of an antibiotic and see a Gastro Surgeon for further evaluations on clinical examination.Sometimes the mild infection is the cause for such tenderness.
Suggest medication for pain in the wrist and numbness in fingers. I had a car accident 8 weeks ago. I had pain in my left wrist. They said it was tendinitis but at three weeks after accident they rayed. No scaphiod fracture showed up. I have numbness in fingers but most of pain has subsided unless I over use it. Went ...
Hi,Thank you for providing the brief history of you.a thorough neuromuscular assessment is needed along with MRI of cervical spine.As you have met an accident and got all the possible test done which are negative i suspect it to be a whiplash injury which is possible in RTA. Also, the symptoms of numbness are rising, i...
How can nuchal cord twice be resolved without any complication? Hello i did a scan yesterday and it adequate fetal movements,the placenta is in the anterior position and not low lying,nurchal cord twice and the cervix is competent measuring 4.5cm.can you please address what each of those mean and whether i should worr...
Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. The meaning of the usg readings are- 1. Fetal movements adequet... it indicates normal fetal movements... the fetus is in good health (no effects of nuchal cords on baby.while usg scan was done 2. Placenta is anterior (It is attached to front wall of ute...
Could the tumors be shrinking despite deterioration in health? My husband was dx with gastric cancer in Jan. It had already spread to his liver and nodes and chest and pelvic area. He has been receiving treatment every 3 weeks and has gotten worse by the day. He now sleeps 18 to 20 hours a day and is in pain all th...
Hi,Thanks for writing in.If your husband had cancer involving the stomach and which has spread to liver, nodes, chest and pelvis then he is having stage 4 cancer. This is advanced stage of disease and probably the reason for his pain and discomfort. His sleeps most of the time to avoid the physical pain he is in. Treat...
Q. What are the ways to treat ptosis in a diabetic patient? Hello doctor, 55 years old male with complaint of ptosis on the right eye having diabetes for the past 10 to 12 years. FBS yesterday taken was 165 mg/dl. Ocular movement normal on left side but adduction limited in affected side. He is suspected to have third...
Hello. I recommend performing a brain MRI. If normal (which means that is a peripheral nerve damage) I would recommend starting low dose Steroids for 20 days, Vitamin B complex supplements, Alpha lipoic acid 1200 mg daily. In case of pain in the eye, Gabapentin or Pregabalin can be helpful.
Suggest medicine for hypertension Hi , Today, I have consulted with a Doctor. He prescribed me to take Telvas H 80 for my High per tension. Earlier I was taken Amlozar 50mg(Amlodin 5), Now the medicine has changed. Today My BP was 100/150. So, Can you please tell me that is it a correct medicine for me. Please let me ...
Hello dearI understand your concernI feel you are underdosed and need an afternoon medicine to take you through the dayIt could be half more of the tablet you are taking.Do not believe in any doctor suggesting you a single dose for moderate hypertension to carry you throughout the day..hope that helps
What are the repercussions of Crocin overdose in a 4-year-old girl? HELLO ,THANKS FOR YOUR RESPONSE .MY DAUGHTER IS 4+ AND HAD LIGHT FEVER ,I ACCIDENTLY GAVE HER 5 ML CROCIN AND MEDLER WITH PARACETAMOL SYRUP 5 ML???????????IS THIS A DANGEROUS PRESCRIPTION.SHE HAD IT AN HOU BEFORE AND IS FAST ASLEEP.WHAT SHOULS I DO NO...
Hi,From the given history what I understood is that you gave 5 ml each of Crocin and Paracetamol syrup (amounting to 10 ml) to your 4 year old daughter. The oral dose of paracetamol for children aged 1 month to 18 years is 15 mg/kg per dose, to a maximum of 1 g per dose, every four to six hours, with a maximum of 60 mg...
What causes lower back pain, burning/painful urine when having large kidney stones? Hi I have lower back pain on a scale of 1 to 10 being the worst it is at eight. I urinate approximately twice a day but not a whole lot, when urinating I have a thick white cloud come out through the year year you urina, sometimes burn...
Hi, kidney stones do not causes any symptoms if they are small in size 5mm will not be able to pass through the tract and causes back pain & painful urination. Burning/ painful urination, cloudy urine may also due to urinary tract infection anywhere from kidney to urethra mainly due to stasis of urine. Kidney stone fo...
Q. What should I do to manage pimple, acne scars, dark circles and white hair? Hello doctor, My age is 22, and I have lots of pimple, acne scars, and dark circles. I am trying to get rid of them since last year. And I have white hair which are increasing. My nails are very week, and my foot nails become dead after som...
Hello. I understand your concern. Kindly send images of your lesions to help you better.
Need medication to cure swelling on both sides of the cheeks Hie DocI have noticed a swelling on both side of my cheeks and i believe its my silivary glands. its been eight months now since i noticed the swelling and they sre still swollen. What might be the cause of this Doc because i am worried. no pain though, just...
Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have swelling in your cheek may be it can be due to Parotid gland swelling , may be due to Infection so you go to dentist and go for investigations if necessary go for Sialography done as sone as possible and go for proper treatment. ...
Frequent short periods of throbbing feeling starting from the skull progressing to spine to bottom at night. Advice hey there. I have been having a very weird feeling - mostly at night when I've been asleep. It has increased in frequency a lot lately. When I get up at night to go to the restroom & I come back to b...
Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum.You have mentioned that excruciating pain form skull to spine and at the bottom. Irrespective of history in detail I will try my best to reply your query.Following may be the reasons,1 Anxiety neurosis ( Tension vascular headache),2 Sleep but restlessness ( dreaming)3 ...
Suggest remedy for burning in prostate area and pain in front of penis my urologist has prescribed alfoo 10 mg OD and urimax 0.4mg OD.i have very low flow and hesitancy in passing urine. i was operated for prostate for the second time 3 yrs back. i have burning in the prostate area and pain in the front of penis. pr...
your urologist have given you the correct medications.kindly drink more water.it reduces the burning sensation and helps you in passing urine freely.
Pain in the shoulders and knees. Have psoriatic arthritis. Will this go away when stress levels are low? Hi, I am a 52 year old woman and I was diognosed with psoriasis about 7 years ago. Over the years I got more and more back pains and pains in other joints like elbows and shoulder and knees. I kept on working but a...
hello Hendrika..thanks for your queryI do understand your concerns regarding the pain and well as the stress due to multiple occurrences.It is important to understand that psoriasis and its outcomes are triggered by stress ,however , the pathology occurring is not only due to that.The exact causes are not yet known, bu...
Does Lyme disease cause Bell s palsy? I am a physician investigating a workers compensation claim in which the client claims he was bitten by a tic while at a work retreat in Georgia in May 2015. My question is whether Lyme disease is common in Georgia and whether it can cause Bell s Palsey.
Hello,Yes, Lyme disease can cause Bell's palsy.Caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and transmitted to humans through the bite of infected black legged ticks, the typical symptoms of Lyme disease include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called Erythema migrans. If left untreated, infecti...
Dizziness, low BP, low Hb, regular blood donor. Any ideas ? Within 2012, I ve attempted to give blood atleast 6 times. Only one of the attempts has been successful due to my hemoglobin being too low. I ve also noticed lately a feeling of being dizzy. My diet hasnt changed. Any ideas? My blood pressure is also low, And...
hiThanks for your queryi can feel your concernsThe cause of lower haemogobin should be sorted out and treated accordingly.Mostly it is deficiency anaemias.you can start with iron supplements after consuting your doctorImprove your diet.add fresh fruits and vegetables to and avoid junk food and soft drinksTake alot of...
Suggest treatment for stomach pain and changing bowel movements hi im 23 i have had bad stomach pains for the past few months with i thought were down to ovarian cysts, but now my bowel movements have changed, the can go from small balls wich are hard to pass or just like jelly, everytime i go i have alot of yellow st...
Hi.Thanks for your query. The changed bowel movements in your case at the age of 23 are more suggestive of an intestinal infection. I would advise you the following:First of all get a proper course of an antibiotic and metronidazole for 5 to 7 days with added probiotics, multivitamins. If this gives you complete relief...
What are the benefits of acupuncture in helping with fertility problems? I have experienced numerous pregnancy losses (recently first trimester miscarriages and also ectopic) and am working with a fertility specialist. I am currently undergoing testing to determine possible causes for recent miscarriages. In the meant...
**1. before opting for alternate approach, make sure your fertility specialist has ruled out any uterine abnormality/incompetent cervix, immunological disorder, Thyroid profile and blood sugar along with any lifestyle problem [cigarettes, alcohol,drugs, environmental toxins]PS. since you are undergoing tests, thus hope...
How to control my beauty consciousness? hi sir,im 27years girl very shortly geeting marriage. im so consious about my beauty,but the problem raised 1week ago that i want to hurt myself,my long hairs.i understand this will be harmful to me. before this i was very happy always want to enjoy my life.don t know how to con...
HIWell come to HCMThis is kind of psychological condition and such feeling would be harmful in later life, because after all you are human being and what ever nature has given to you that may not long last so think about the coming days, such psychological condition may turn into danger some time, take care.
Suggest treatment for recurrent fever my son has reacurring high fevers for almost a year now last month he had strep throat that was un diagnose for two weeks he keeps getting high fevers he has been on antibiotics twice this year and we keep alternating tylenol and motrin for his fevres
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concern. I will tell you fever is just a sign of disease so the actual problem inside can only be discovered after complete blood report. If infection is seen in reports proper antibiotics. Many cancers causes recurrent fever. you must consult your doctor and ge...
What are the chances of having schizophrenia and bipolar while being treated for depression? My aunt was diagnosed as being bi-polar, my grandmother is diagnosed with OCD, one cousin is schizophrenic, and another committed suicide because of schizophrenia. They are all on my mother s side. I have been diagnosed with d...
Hello, Since you have no first degree relative with psychiatric illness, your chances are lower than the persons with first degree relatives with psychiatric illness and higher than general population. For example you have 3-5 % chance of having schizophrenia which is just 1% for general population. Hope I have answere...
Welts formation after bursting the shingles blisters. Severe itching. Recovery? We repaired a leak on our roof this weekend and after cutting a few shingles my hands and arms started getting welts all over them. Can I have an allergy to something in the shingles? I washed immediately and used hydrocortizone cream to k...
From the information that you have given it looks like you are having contact dermatitis.Roof shingles are made of different materials and this can cause contact dermattitis.Sometime the dust and the dustmites settled on it can also cause allergic reaction.Along with the hydrocortisone cream,you will also require antih...
How to confirm tuberculosis? my grandmother is 75 years old and he had a test of blood everthing was fine except esr,the rate of esr was 97 and she also have a problem of coughing nearly about one year but the doctor told us that there isnt any serious problem but now he said might be she is suffering from tb i dont k...
Hi thanks for contacting HCM...Your grand mother having chronic cough....In tuberculosis along with cough weight loss, anorexia and low grade evening fever can be present .....For TB confirmation following investigation can be done ..../chest x ray /sputum examination for AFB stain / if needed culture /TB PCR or NAT l...
Suggest therapy for asthma causing difficulty in breathing hiaa my name is katie i have athsma iv been to the doctor about a week ago coz i could breath very well my shoulder blades hurt and all my cheast was tight so he put me on sterodes they worked for 2days then i woz sick and diaria. so i went bk and he said noth...
Hi,Welcome to health care magic,Asthma is itself a allergic disease due to cold or dust or pollens or grass etc irrespective of the triggering factor.Your chest sharp feeling or pain,breathlessness are here due to asthma episodes.You can go for pulmonary function tests if not done.Treatment is mainly symptomatic which ...
Psoriasis on scalp. Having severe hairloss. Solution? Hi, I am a forty year old woman and have developped psoriasis on my scalp last year and my hairdresser prescribed a shampoo and treatment which totally healed my sore scalp which i had scratched upon the first signs of symtoms. at first i didnt know what was on my ...
Hye, you are having severe type of seborrheic dermatitis, you do tar containing shampoo on daily base for one week then twice week for one month. Apply steroid plus salysalic acid lotion daily at night till cure. Avoid tension. Take proper sleep. Have healthy food.
Suggest remedy for small nodal found in left mid zone of chest I'm 31. About 5 month ago some blood came from my chest and after two month again but this time with cough. I went to a doctor and did some test. In my chest X-ray there is a small nodal found in the left mid zone of my chest. I smoke for 10 years. After t...
Hi thanks for asking question.This nodule should be concerned as you have also history of smoking since 10 year.First possibility of common infective condition has to be think like pneumonia or tuberculosis.chest x ray and sputum examination along with complete blood examination seems to be useful for rule out these tw...
What causes back and abdomen pain on movement? Hey, Last wednesday i got a pain in my lower back but by now it feels as though its in my abdomen, its hard to move without a stabbing pain thats also warm. I've had 2 kidney infections already this year but i'm currently having no problems with urinating.
HelloBack and abdominal pain with movement may be due to musculo-skeletal problem.Your condition need proper clinical examination and routine investigations.Investigations include routine hemogram,random blood sugar,Urine RE/ME,Renal function test,X-ray of L/S spine (AP/Lateral),ultrasound of abdomen.You may need to ta...
What it takes to loose weight being hypothyroid and breast cancer patient? How can I take to lose weight in the stomach area? I have hypothyroid, had a pituatoy tumor that was removed w/o being maligment, diagnosed w/breast cancer last July...but caught it early. I did not have to do chemo nor radiation. Only takes ta...
Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum. As you describe it appears to be the hypothyroidism, which is causing the bulky stomach. As you are taking tomoxifen since 5 years,the uterus should be screened regularly,as it may cause the uterine cancer. I advise you ...
What medical test should be done for joint pain and swelling in the fingers? THESE ARE MY SYMPTOMS: JOINT PAIN IN FINGERS, KNEES, FEET, ANKLES SWELLING IN LEGS FROM KNEES DOWN SWELLING IN FINGERS CONSTANT ACHY PAIN IN LEGS FROM ABOVE THE KNEE TO THE BOTTOM OF FEET BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER 2 WEEKS NOW NONSTOP GAINING WEI...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You need serum calcium levels, vitamin D3, vitamin B12, X-ray of affected areas and Rh factor done. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
How to come out of acute viral hepatitis A? I had elevated bilirubin at 11.25 which has now come down to 7.54 but my SGPT & SGOT levels have increased to 284 & 224 respectively. I was diagnosed with acute viral Hepatitis A and I am having constant fever for the past 1 month which has come down to 99 - 100 twice a dayh...
Hello. Thanks for asking query on HCM. As I understand from your narration that you have been diagnosed with acute hepatitis A ( I assume diagnosis was based on IgM anti HAV levels and other viruses ruled out). Acute hepatitis A is a self limiting illness which requires only supportive measures. As I see your bilirubin...
What causes blood in saliva and chest pain? im 40 years and quit smoking 10 years ago ,over the last year ive smoked the odd packet here and there,i have recently had blood in my saliva,i have no cough,a slight chest pain,and an odd feeling in my left hand side could this a blood clot in the lung.
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having hemoptysis (blood in sputum). You are also an active smoker. So following are the causes for you hemoptysis. 1. Pneumonia 2. Tuberculosis 3. Lung cancer 4. Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in lung). So consult pulmonologist and ...